Abstract: A method of controlling presentation of content on a media storage device is described. The method is comprised of verifying the presence of a media presentation mechanism and a usage compliance mechanism on a computer system operated by a recipient to whom the media storage device is distributed. The usage compliance mechanism includes a file system filter driver for controlling data reads associated with the computer readable media. The media presentation mechanism is communicatively coupled with the usage compliance mechanism. The present method further includes the file system driver performing a first decryption of the computer readable media. The present method further includes the media presentation mechanism performing a second decrypting of the computer readable media concurrent with presenting the computer readable media to the recipient.

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention enables delivery of “on-demand” high fidelity media content to computers via the Internet while restricting unauthorized users from directly retrieving media content from its source database. Once the computer receives the media, it is stored using hidden directories so that it may not be easily shared with others. Within the present embodiment, there are different functionality that are implemented in order to protect and monitor the media content source. For example, the actual address location of the media database is hidden from content recipients while its address directory is periodically change making past addresses obsolete. Additionally, an access key procedure and rate control restrictor may also be implemented to monitor and restrict suspicious media content requests.

Abstract: A method for selectively controlling access to electronic media disposed on a media storage device according to one embodiment is described. The method comprises creating a first list comprising a plurality of process identification values. Each of the plurality of process identification values of the first list is associated with a software application that is accessing the media disposed upon the media storage device. The method further includes creating a second list comprising a second plurality of process identification values. Each of the second plurality of process identification values is associated with a software application that is storing data. The method further includes determining that a particular software application is creating an unauthorized copy of the media disposed upon the media storage device. The method further includes preventing the particular software application from storing a usable copy of said electronic media.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a system and method for protecting copyrighted media content. The copyright and playback management information is embedded into at least one data field of the media content. The media content is then encoded for a serial copy management system (SCMS) that utilizes the copyright and playback management information to ensure the appropriate copyright protection of the media content based at least in part on the embedded copyright and playback management information.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a system and method for securely providing a time and space shifted audiovisual work. The method includes accessing a time shifted and a space shifted audiovisual work comprising a series of related images that are intrinsically intended to be shown with accompanying sounds. In addition, the time shifted and the space shifted audiovisual work is presented with a copyright compliance mechanism (CCM)-enabled playback/recording/recording application, the CCM-enabled playback/recording application utilizing a new pathway distinct from a commonly used data pathway of a audiovisual work rendering subsystem of an operating system, such that the audiovisual work continuously remains in a secure environment during rendering, playback and recording.

Abstract: A method of preventing unauthorized reproduction of media disposed on a media storage device according to one embodiment is described. The method comprises installing a compliance mechanism on the computer system. The compliance mechanism is communicatively coupled with the computer system when installed thereon. The compliance mechanism is for enforcing compliance with a usage restriction applicable to the media. The method further includes obtaining control of a data input pathway operable on the computer system. The method further includes accessing data that is disposed on the media storage device that is associated with the usage restriction. The method further includes preventing the computer system from accessing the media digitally via the data pathway while enabling presentation of the protected media.

Abstract: A method of preventing unauthorized reproduction of media disposed on a media storage device according to one embodiment is described. The method comprises installing a compliance mechanism on the computer system. The compliance mechanism is communicatively coupled with the computer system when installed thereon. The compliance mechanism is for enforcing compliance with a usage restriction applicable to the media. The method further includes obtaining control of a data input pathway operable on the computer system. The method further includes accessing data, that is disposed on the media storage device, that is associated with the usage restriction. The method further includes preventing the computer system from accessing the media digitally via the data pathway while enabling presentation of the protected media.

Abstract: A method and system for generating a simulation of a media recording with entirely independent artistic authorship is disclosed. One embodiment accesses a plurality of parameters from a media recording to generate a parametric field. In addition, a virtual 3-D environment including an original source point or pluralities of points of the media recording is generated. Then, at least one new and different capture point is selected by the operating artist from within the virtual 3-D environment. The operating artist then creates the performance desired by adjusting a plurality of parameters of the parametric field within the virtual 3-D environment based on the new and different source point staging and voicings to virtually record an entirely original independent audio and/or video work of authorship.

Abstract: Standalone serial copy management system (SCMS) compliance with respect to distributing and receiving protected digital media is disclosed. In general, when a digital media file is selected for transfer or reception between a computing system and another device, serial copy management system copy/playback information for the digital media file is accessed. If the serial copy management system copy/playback information comprises unrestricted copy/playback information the SCMS may utilize a common transfer pathway for the transfer or reception. However, if the serial copy management system copy/playback information comprises controlled copy/playback information the SCMS utilizes a new pathway distinct from said common transfer pathway for the transfer or reception of digital media, providing complete copyright protection from point of entry. In so doing, standalone SCMS compliance uses technological measures that effectively control access to the copyright protected work, as described in 17 U.S.C.

Abstract: A method of controlling presentation of content on a media storage device is described. The method is comprised of verifying the presence of a media presentation mechanism and a usage compliance mechanism on a computer system operated by a recipient to whom the media storage device is distributed. The usage compliance mechanism includes a file system filter driver for controlling data reads associated with the computer readable media. The media presentation mechanism is communicatively coupled with the usage compliance mechanism. The present method further includes the file system driver performing a first decryption of the computer readable media. The present method further includes the media presentation mechanism performing a second decrypting of the computer readable media concurrent with presenting the computer readable media to the recipient.

Abstract: A method of controlling presentation of content on a media storage device is described. The method is comprised of verifying the presence of a media presentation mechanism and a usage compliance mechanism on a computer system operated by a recipient to whom the media storage device is distributed. The usage compliance mechanism includes a file system filter driver for controlling data reads associated with the computer readable media. The media presentation mechanism is communicatively coupled with the usage compliance mechanism. The present method further includes the file system driver performing a first decryption of the computer readable media. The present method further includes the media presentation mechanism performing a second decrypting of the computer readable media concurrent with presenting the computer readable media to the recipient.

Abstract: A system and method of secure copy and/or playback control of a usage protected frame-based work is disclosed. The method includes accessing serial copy management system information for the usage protected frame-based work. In addition, the method validates the serial copy management system information. Copy management information of the usage protected frame-based work is also accessed. In so doing, the copy management information is utilized to determine if a secure copy/playback application is authorized to generate a copy of the usage protected frame-based work. Thus the copy management information acts as a technological measure which “effectively controls access to a work” by requiring the application of information, with the authority of the copyright owner, to gain access to the work.

Abstract: A system and method for using a custom media library to secure digital media content on a computing system is disclosed. The method includes directly linking the custom media library with a copyright compliance mechanism (CCM)-enabled playback/recording application. In addition, the custom media library generates a new pathway distinct from a commonly used data pathway of the CCM-enabled playback/recording application and a media rendering subsystem of an operating system. Also, a CCM is alerted to monitor a plurality of media subsystems of the computing system. In so doing, a raw media file may be securely passed from the CCM-enabled playback/recording application via the custom media library and over the new pathway to a media subsystem of the operating system that is monitored by the CCM, such that the raw media file is rendered, playable and copyable in a secure environment.

Abstract: A method for preventing unauthorized recording of media content on a Macintosh operating system. The present method registers a compliance mechanism on a client system having the Macintosh operating system operating thereon. The compliance mechanism comprises a framework for validating the compliance mechanism on the client system, and a multimedia component opened by the framework. The present method uses the multimedia component for decrypting the media content on the client system. The present method also prevents decryption of the media content on the client system having the Macintosh operating system operating thereon if a portion of the compliance mechanism is invalidated.

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention enables delivery of “on-demand” high fidelity media content to computers via the Internet while restricting unauthorized users from directly retrieving media content from its source database. Once the computer receives the media, it is stored using hidden directories so that it may not be easily shared with others. Within the present embodiment, there are different functionality that are implemented in order to protect and monitor the media content source. For example, the actual address location of the media database is hidden from content recipients while its address directory is periodically change making past addresses obsolete. Additionally, an access key procedure and rate control restrictor may also be implemented to monitor and restrict suspicious media content requests.

Abstract: A method for preventing unauthorized recording of media content on a Macintosh operating system. The present method registers a compliance mechanism on a client system having the Macintosh operating system operating thereon. The compliance mechanism comprises a framework for validating the compliance mechanism on the client system, and a multimedia component opened by the framework. The present method uses the multimedia component for decrypting the media content on the client system. The present method also prevents decryption of the media content on the client system having the Macintosh operating system operating thereon if a portion of the compliance mechanism is invalidated.

Abstract: A method and system for enhancing copyright revenue generation is disclosed. The method includes receiving a copyrighted media recording, creating an independent work of authorship by generating a simulation of the copyrighted media recording, such that the independent work of authorship is entitled to a copyright and utilizing the simulation in place of the copyrighted media recording, such that use of the independent work of authorship may be entitled to copyright royalties thereon as opposed to requiring copyright royalties for use of the copyrighted media recording.

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention enables global delivery of “on-demand” high fidelity media content to client computers via a network, such as, the Internet or a wide area network (WAN) while restricting unauthorized users from directly retrieving media content from its sources. The present embodiment includes a global media content delivery network that may include multiple “points of presence” which may be located throughout the world. Each point of presence may store a portion or the entirety of a media content library that may be provided to client devices. Each one of the points of presence may provide media content to client devices in their respective vicinity of the world. Once a client receives media, it is stored using hidden directories to prevent easy redistribution with other devices. An access key procedure and rate control restrictor may also be implemented to monitor and restrict suspicious media requests.

Abstract: A method for enhancing copyright revenue generation for a copyright protected frame-based work. The method includes embedding copyright and playback management information into at least one data field of the copyright protected frame-based work. The copyright and playback management information corresponds to access to the copyright protected frame-based work. The method also includes encoding the copyright protected frame-based work, transmitting the encoded copyright protected frame-based work and ensuring appropriate payment of entitled copyright royalties of the copyright protected frame-based work based at least in part on the embedded copyright and playback management information.

Abstract: One embodiment of the invention is a method for providing media content while preventing its unauthorized distribution. The method includes transmitting from a client to an administrative node a request for delivery of an instance of media content (IMC); determining which content source (CS) of a plurality of CSs to provide delivery of the IMC, provided the client is authorized to receive the IMC; transmitting to the client an access key and a location of the IMC; transmitting from the client to the CS a second request and the access key; in response to receiving the second request and the access key, transferring the IMC from the CS to the client; transmitting from the client to the administrative node an indicator indicating a successful transfer of the IMC; and generating a transaction applicable to the client and associated with the transfer of the IMC to the client.